A big layout


Colbert

Colbert

aka Chris from France
Hello Happy Members !
I found somewhere else this very amazing layout:

The Heart of Georgia HOG Layout in HO Scale

Scott Perry's Better Beginner's Layout that features operations and simple construction to help new modelers get the most out of their layout!
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Stay tuned ! The worst part of this thread is just bellow ! 🤣 My smaller and very personal version of this famous layout. As usual, all your comments, advices and criticisms will be greatly appreciated. You can also laugh if you want ! :p :p :p

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Some things I thought about the H.O.G. and your railroad: I would still put triangular pieces in the corners, it should not affect your reach; even with two sides against walls this railroad would be fine to work on and operate; consider raising it to chest high to make it easy to duck under (kids grown quickly, give them stools to stand on until tall enough); use 2" to 4" of foam insulation so you can keep the track level yet have deep features and bridges; use the corners for more spurs and industry buildings; consider making it sectional (easy to come apart) so you can enlarge / expand it in the future.
 
Hay Chris! Go and get a couple of cheap house kits; something simple. While you are building them, ask your SO to figure out what kind/style of curtains they need. Maybe what flowers and pots on the porch. How about interior wall color? I mean, go fishing!

Later
 
Big work today ! The layout should look something like this (sorry for the mess but it's a garage !). This is not the real layout (rather a giant mockup). First test with the wood purchased this morning (it's already 3:00 PM in France). (Dimensions are: 6'7" x 6'7"). Looks like it will work...:p

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Colbert said:
Big work today ! The layout should look something like this (sorry for the mess but it's a garage !). This is not the real layout (rather a giant mockup). First test with the wood purchased this morning (it's already 3:00 PM in France). (Dimensions are: 6'7" x 6'7"). Looks like it will work...:p

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Do you have all the necessary approvals and permits for this build? :D
 
Colbert said:
If it's a good idea, go ahead and do it. It is much easier to apologize than it is to get permission.
- Admiral Grace Hopper
I'll do that ! 🤣
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Just remember, when there's no track gang around, it's SWMBO who feeds the foreman, so if you get asked would you prefer medium rare or well done, run!
 
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